The Power Of Reading - Importance Of Reading At A Young Age

-by Sri Durga Navya Kopparthi

Today a reader; tomorrow a leader”—American journalist Margaret Fuller famously summarises the importance of reading. But people still wonder about the importance of reading at a young age. Students who read are exposed to new words, which broadens their vocabulary and improves their comprehension. It also strengthens their cognitive capacities and lays the foundation for future language development.

It's not simply the cognitive advantages, though. Students who immerse themselves in stories are exposed to worlds beyond their own, which develops their emotional intelligence and empathy. From an early age, they develop compassion as they learn to comprehend different points of view. According to research, learners who have daily reading sessions are exposed to hundreds of thousands more words by kindergarten than adolescents who don't receive regular reading time. This experience lays the groundwork for future academic success. Early readers frequently grow to love learning and become lifelong students who are interested, eager to try new things, and prepared for success in school and beyond. At Next Education, we provide an initiation point to start the journey towards success. EnglishLab: Your Go-To Resource for All Reading Needs

At EnglishLab , we offer six personalised tools to elevate your students' reading abilities. Each tool is carefully crafted to make reading practice engaging, effective, and fun!

1. Speed Read It - Basic: Dive into a passage and test comprehension with interactive questions, encouraging faster reading and sharper focus.
2. Speed Read It - Advanced: Challenge your student’s reading speed! Set the pace, race against the clock, and make them answer comprehension questions to build speed and understanding.
3. Scan It: Hone your learner’s scanning skills by quickly locating specific information in a passage. Practice finding critical details within a set time, boosting speed and accuracy.
4. Skim It: Master the art of skimming! Quickly glance through highlighted texts to capture the essence of the content, then answer questions to test your grasp.
5. Spot It: Follow words as they move across the screen to enhance focus and concentration. This dynamic exercise helps sharpen your ability to track and understand text rapidly.
6. Read It Fluently: Record your student’s reading passages aloud and receive instant feedback on their fluency. This is perfect for building confidence and clarity in spoken English!

With EnglishLab, reading can be transformed into an exciting journey that keeps students engaged while developing critical reading skills. So, let's prioritise reading. Parents and teachers can help learners discover the world one page at a time by starting with a book and sharing a narrative. Pick up a book now; one word can begin an experience. Unlock the full potential of young readers today!